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Cal Preserving
4.7(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outdoor playground set. Adrian was professional and hard-working. Great communication and he brought all the required tools and equipment. He showed up first thing in the morning on a short notice and it was all done before the end of the day. The assembly looks great and I know the kids will love it!"
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25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Real Handy Handyman
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Kevin did a great job fixing our door handle quickly and took extra care to make sure it was generally oiled and well maintained. Arrived on time and excellent communication in advance of the work."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
5.0(
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Warranties offered

"Enrique responded promptly to our request for an estimate. After ordering and receiving the materials, he and Hubert began work immediately, removed the existing deck, installed concrete supports, built the framing and installed the deck. The project was completed in just over two days. Enrique is experienced in working with Trex decking, our choice of material, and the finished deck is beautiful. All trash was removed and the work area cleaned perfectly. Enrique is very professional in his approach to us and in all aspects of the work. We plan to hire him to rebuild a fence."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Bayside Builders Group, Inc.
4.9(
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had been looking for months now on who we should hire to build our custom dream home out in the countryside but had no luck until a friend suggested his contractor called Bayside Builders. We hired them and they came out to start giving us some ideas on what we want done with our home. It was clear that this company has been doing this for quite some time because they were professional and knew how to get things done correctly. We're glad that things went according to plan because it feels great knowing that you can trust your contractor and that they know what they are doing."
Response time5 days
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Golden State Builders Group, Inc.
4.9(
20
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Golden State Builders have helped me build a deck in my backyard and im extremely happy with the results. I needed to replace my siding and was referred to Golden State Builders from James Hardie website since they are a pro installers. Very professional and quick."
Window Installation | Vallejo, CA
Window Installation | Vallejo, CA
Window Installation | Vallejo, CA
Window Installation | Oakland, CA
Window Installation | Oakland, CA

+87

Response time1 hour
98 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Fix and Forget Handyman Services
5.0(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job repairing the damage to the outside wall of my house and color matching paint looks flawless. I would definitely hire Luis and his workers for any future project and or repairs."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

The Oakland, CA homeowners’ guide to carpentry services

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